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Insights 13.07.22

Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) is also called planned maintenance or scheduled maintenance. PPM is carried out on an asset - like a piece of equipment, a property, or an element of a property - on a regular basis.

What is planned preventative maintenance?

Insights 06.07.22

In March this year, the Nutrient Neutrality announcement marked big news in the planning world effectively halting development in the Norfolk area. However, a different spanner has been in the works in Hertfordshire (and neighbouring shires) – the Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC).

From Nutrient Neutrality to Ecological Moratoriums

Reports & Briefings 21.06.22

The success of the Arc, and its science and technology sector, depends on Britain’s world-class skills base. But is enough being done to ensure the UK continues to train, attract, and develop the best scientific talent?

What does the science and technology sector need to grow within the Arc?

Reports & Briefings 21.06.22

The UK science and technology market remains a hot prospect for investors from home and abroad.

Investing in UK Science and Technology

Reports & Briefings 21.06.22

The UK is home to world-leading innovation in life sciences, space, energy, and future transport, yet support for our R&D sector lags our international competition.

Creating a Scientific Superpower

Reports & Briefings 21.06.22

As one of the fastest growing sectors in the UK, science and technology has proven its potential to turbocharge regional economies and create centres of success.

Creating places for innovation

Reports & Briefings 21.06.22

These three sessions highlighted scientific advancements within the Arc that place the UK at the forefront of global innovation.

Pioneering Projects

Reports & Briefings 21.06.22

To become a scientific superpower we need to unleash the UK’s innovation ecosystem in a way that maximises the benefit for all stakeholders.

Unleashing the UK’s innovation potential

Reports & Briefings 21.06.22

The government has set out a 10-year vision to make the UK a world leader in life sciences. But how do we build the partnerships that will make this happen?

Life Sciences 2030

Insights 18.06.22

June marks Pride month, an annual, month-long celebration of all identities which come under the LGBTQ+ umbrella and importantly, a time to reflect, protest, and champion change and inclusion.

Conversations on Rainbow Washing

Insights 07.06.22

A good pastoral care policy can define a school’s identity and benefit the welfare of its students. A great pastoral care policy will also establish an environment of support for staff well-being so they are able, and inspired, to do their job - enabling students to thrive.

Why staff accommodation should be a fundamental part of your pastoral care model

Insights 19.05.22

We discuss permitted development and what this means for London’s Central Activities Zone and office space across the city.

What will become of the CAZ?

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Cambridge Industrial Databook March - 2025

Strong take up activity driven by traditional industrial occupiers

20.03.25

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Oxfordshire Industrial Databook - March 2025

High-quality space and major investments fuel market momentum

20.03.25

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Norfolk & Suffolk Industrial Databook - March 2025

Strong take up absorbs requirements but drives shortage in Grade A space

20.03.25

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M1 South Industrial Databook - March 2025

Northampton see strong logistics market rebound

20.03.25

Rural Outlook 2025

The 2025 edition of Rural Outlook is out now.

13.02.25

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Oxford Offices & Labs Databook - February 2025

Office and lab combined take-up was in line with the long-term average in 2024, driven by the advanced manufacturing, life science and tech sectors.

10.02.25

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Cambridge Offices & Labs Databook - February 2025

A positive start to 2025 suggests a change of gear, driven by knowledge intensive businesses.

10.02.25

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M1 South Offices & Labs Databook - February 2025

While office take up in Milton Keynes in 2024 was below trend, the H2 saw improved activity levels, with an uptick in requirements going into 2025.

10.02.25

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Norfolk & Suffolk Offices & Labs Databook - February 2025

While Norwich total office take up slipped slightly in 2024, there was a record number of lettings.

10.02.25

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report, Winter 2024

January is traditionally a time for retail discounts and bargain hunting and although not a comparison, January 2025 could also be a good time to become a renter as after several years of double-digit growth, rents are cooling and the market power is shifting from landlord to customer.

13.01.25

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BTR Open & Operating Report | Regional

Since our last report in 2023, the number of operational BTR homes in our seven focus regional cities has increased 15% from 25,350 to 30,068.

04.11.24

The Oxford Advantage

Mills & Reeve and Bidwells have partnered together to deliver a unique insight into the Oxford, Cambridge, London arc – often called the ‘Golden Triangle’ – that will explore the way businesses in the technology, life sciences and real estate sectors work together.

01.09.24

Jun 2025

Creating a Scientific Superpower 2025

Brought to you by the Oxford-Cambridge Supercluster, the Creating a Scientific Superpower conference is back for its fourth year.

05.06.25

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May 2025

Devolution, the opportunity for Oxfordshire

Bidwells and Cavendish invite you to an exclusive breakfast and panel session of insightful speakers, bringing together key experts to discuss the future of governance and growth in Oxfordshire.

28.05.25

May 2025

Bidwells at UKREiiF 2025

At UKREiiF 2025, we’ll be examining Investment for Growth in the Bidwells Pavilion. Join us for discussions on the biggest opportunities driving productivity, innovation, and impact.

20.05.25

May 2025

Cambridge Spring Local Plan Watch 2025

Join us in May for our Cambridge Local Plan Watch, a breakfast briefing that will unpack the latest developments shaping the city and wider region.

15.05.25

Jan 2025

Oxford Local Plan Watch Winter Update & NPPF Insights

Join us this January for our Oxford Local Plan Watch Winter Update, a breakfast event that will dive into the latest developments in local planning and the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

23.01.25

Nov 2024

The Productivity Engine: Unlocking Oxford’s Economic Potential

Oxford is on the brink of transformative growth, with real estate and strategic infrastructure key to unlocking its economic potential. Join us to explore innovative housing, high-tech workspaces, and the future of Oxford’s productivity - shaping both local communities and the wider economy.

21.11.24

Nov 2024

Housing Matters: finding collaborative solutions to the UK’s housing shortage

Join acclaimed author, barrister, and public speaker Hashi Mohamed for a breakfast panel session, followed by a keynote presentation, on 18th November 2024.

18.11.24

Nov 2024

Bidwells at FBIS 2024

Join Bidwells at Stand FM628 at this year’s Farm Business Innovation Show, part of the Land Leisure and Tourism Conference at the NEC Birmingham.

06.11.24 - 07.11.24

Oct 2024

AI Festival - The Future Workspace: How the Tech Evolution is Shaping Milton Keynes

Explore how evolving technologies, and the convergence of science and tech, are transforming workspaces and property demand in Milton Keynes.

29.10.24

Sep 2024

BioWednesday: Being More Than an Ideas Factory

This seminar investigates the underlying barriers to innovative SME growth and discusses practical measures for enabling companies to reach their potential.

25.09.24

Jun 2024

Royal Highland Show 2024

Royal Highland Show 2024 rural breakfast briefing energises audience with land reform and sustainability debate.

21.06.24

Jun 2024

Creating a Scientific Superpower 2024

On the day, we explored the challenges of establishing an environment that attracts global talent and international business, while facilitating the journey from spin-out to IPO, and securing venture capital during a period of economic uncertainty.

18.06.24

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